Typically offered as an endorsement to a homeowners policy, this form of coverage can provide financial protection for losses resulting from a range of cyber incidents—including fraud, identity theft and data breaches. Learn more about the key types of personal cyber insurance available.
This month, Jean goes over insurance credit scores, how anyone can make a difference in their community, and the benefits of working with an independent insurance agent.
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (Lifeline) launched nationwide on July 16. Similar to dialing 911 for medical emergencies, people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis can call or text 988 and be connected immediately to trained counselors who will listen, provide support and connect people to resources if necessary.
As inflation has reached its highest rate in several decades, costs have soared across the country. As a result, prices for necessities such as gasoline and groceries have risen. While it’s uncertain how long heightened levels of inflation will last, it’s best to focus on what you can control. Consider these tips.
Tuning into the news may be highly stressful or upsetting. You’re not alone if you’re experiencing stress or anxiety due to current events. Stress is part of everyday life, but it can be particularly heightened due to the news, current events, or incidents that could impact your wellbeing. So, what exactly are stress and anxiety?
In today’s supermarket, it’s normal to see the same produce available year-round. However, that doesn’t mean the quality always remains the same. Eating seasonally means you are simply taking advantage of the harvest schedule and enjoying produce at the peak of its growing season.
Spending time outdoors is a wonderful way to bond with family and friends, and enjoy nature. But before you head into the great outdoors, be aware of a danger lurking in the woods – Lyme disease. This bacterial infection is contracted after coming in contact with a tick that has fed on another infected animal. Use these tips to avoid coming in contact with ticks.
Monkeypox is making headlines and alerting health experts as cases appear in the U.S. So, what is it? Monkeypox, a viral disease passed to animals and humans, is very rare in the U.S. It’s usually found in Central and West Africa. As monkeypox cases rise here, health authorities are expressing concern about the unusual uptick.
Over 2.8 million people reported fraud in 2021 – 1 in 4 said they also lost money. The median loss in scams that start with a call is $1,200, higher than any other contact method. Here’s tips on the warning signs of phone scams & how to protect yourself.
May, June, July & August are the most active months for grill fires with July taking the top spot. Additionally, an average of 8,900 home fires are caused by grilling each year. Keep the following safety suggestions in mind when grilling.
Hurricane season lasts June 1 through Nov. 30. Hurricanes create significant safety risks for both you and your home. Being adequately prepared can help you stay safe before, during, and after a tropical storm. Try following these safety tips this hurricane season.
Wedding insurance isn’t on most people’s radar, even for an insurance agent like myself. However, a recently engaged friend called me up to ask for advice. She wanted to know whether or not to purchase a wedding protection policy. Given the disruption of the past two years, & that we’re heading into wedding season, I’d thought I’d share the advice I gave her.
If your eyes feel healthy, it’s easy to assume they are healthy. But, many eye diseases don’t have warning signs. Early detection and timely treatment can be successful and cost-effective in the long run.
Before tackling spring cleaning chores, it’s essential to know how to approach spring cleaning safely. The following tips will help keep you safe.
Cyber threats are often difficult to identify and understand. You can increase your chances of avoiding cyber risks by setting up proper controls. Here are some things you can do to protect yourself, your family, and your property.
As plants begin to bloom and neighbors start to cut their grass more frequently, allergy sufferers nationwide start sniffling and sneezing. What’s more, mold blooms both indoors and outdoors, making it almost impossible to escape allergy triggers.
Spring brings warm weather, which means a greater occurrence of heavy rain and melting snow. These factors increase the likelihood of flooding. Here are ways you can stay safe, help protect your property, and steps you can take if you do experience a flood.
In this new quarterly blog, Jean will share her insight on trending insurance topics, news, and helpful tips relevant to you. This month, we’re talking about new discounts, the need for more rental car coverage, and making sure you have adequate dwelling limits.
Snacking has a bad reputation, but it can be an important part of a healthy diet. It comes down to choosing healthy snacks and watching portion sizes.
Home insurance policies differ from person to person. There are personal factors that will influence your home insurance premiums, but there are also several policy factors that are key to keep in mind.
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When insuring an older vehicle, you may be able to adjust your policy in ways that could save you money…
As the cold weather continues, a lot of us will begin to experience some winter blues—otherwise known as seasonal depression….
Recent studies have shown that receiving a distracted driving violation can increase your auto insurance premiums by an average of…
There is a common misconception that eating healthy is too costly. With preparation, discipline and a little bit of creativity,…
“Although some claims may be out of your control, being aware of common causes of insurance claims can help you…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is caused by a type of coronavirus…
Now that you’re spending more time at home, it’s a good opportunity to take a look around and make sure…
Did You Know? Your personal credit score is just as important as some of the other important numbers in your…
